Chosen 2

57%
Game Brain Score Based on 130 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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"Chosen 2" is a turn-based strategy game where players lead a clan of ancient warriors. With a focus on customization and resource management, players must build their clan, battle enemies, and navigate a rich, dynamic world filled with dangerous creatures and valuable resources. The game features an innovative combat system, deep crafting mechanics, and multiple paths to victory, providing countless hours of strategic gameplay.

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  • Windows
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Reviews

57%
Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews
story14 positive mentions
grinding8 negative mentions
  • The game features engaging gameplay mechanics and a variety of experiences, including challenging puzzles and combat encounters.
  • The storyline is immersive and provides closure to the characters from the first game, with some genuinely funny moments.
  • The character art and battle scenery are visually appealing, and the soundtrack adds to the overall experience.
  • The game is very short, taking only about 2 hours to complete, which many players feel does not justify the price.
  • There are significant technical issues, including bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, as well as poor balancing in combat difficulty.
  • The reliance on RPG Maker assets results in a lack of originality, with repetitive enemy designs and a simplistic story that feels rushed.
  • story65 mentions

    The story of "Chosen 2" continues directly from its predecessor, offering a mix of endearing cheesiness and cliches, but many players find it short and rushed, lacking the depth and engagement of the first game. While some appreciate the closure it provides for characters, others criticize its plot holes, bland writing, and reliance on familiar tropes, leading to a generally mixed reception regarding its narrative quality. Overall, it serves as a brief conclusion to the story but may disappoint those seeking a more substantial and innovative storyline.

    • “The game features an immersive storyline that captivates players from start to finish.”
    • “With well-developed characters and unexpected plot twists, Chosen 2 delivers a compelling narrative that keeps players invested in the game world.”
    • “It's an enjoyable experience in the same way the first one was and wraps up the story well enough.”
    • “If you ask if they have improved on the first game, on the contrary, I would say that they have fallen behind, especially in terms of story.”
    • “The story was decent but feels rushed.”
    • “The game clearly was not tested, is mostly annoying due to level design/boring fights and the story does not add a lot to the first game.”
  • gameplay16 mentions

    The gameplay of "Chosen 2" is characterized by engaging mechanics and a variety of experiences, including challenging puzzles and combat, which keep players invested. However, it suffers from technical issues, a lack of visual polish, and some repetitive elements from its predecessor, leading to a mixed reception overall. While it offers a straightforward experience, players may find it lacking in depth compared to more complex RPGs.

    • “Chosen 2 offers engaging gameplay mechanics that keep players hooked.”
    • “From challenging puzzles to intense combat encounters, the game provides a variety of gameplay experiences to enjoy.”
    • “Chosen 2 delivers engaging gameplay mechanics and an immersive storyline.”
    • “Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low-quality copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
    • “While they have improved the gameplay in some areas, they have made it worse in others.”
    • “There did seem to be a bug or a badly implemented game mechanic (cutting out abruptly while reading text) after defeating the final boss that gave me the final credit screen instead of the last part of the game and prevented me from getting the last achievement.”
  • music14 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the catchy battle themes and enjoyable soundtrack, while others criticize it for lacking variety and impact. Despite its RPG Maker origins, certain tracks stand out and can be enjoyed outside the game, indicating a level of quality that some players find worth the price. Overall, while the audio design may not fully immerse players, it has moments that resonate positively.

    • “The soundtracks are fitting and enjoyable.”
    • “Amazing soundtrack.”
    • “The game had some good music in it which I will continue to listen to outside of the game.”
    • “The game's soundtrack and audio design may lack variety or impact, failing to immerse players fully in the game world.”
    • “After beating the final boss on my first attempt, I was rewarded with the game's music spazzing out before loading the 'game over' screen rather than booting up Serenity's room.”
    • “Music and sound: just typical RPG Maker music, although the battle music starts to get catchy after a while.”
  • graphics13 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally criticized for their low quality, typical of RPG Maker titles, lacking full HD support and customization options, which may disappoint modern gamers. While some character artwork is praised, the overall visual presentation is seen as unpolished and not meeting the expectations of players used to more visually impressive games. Enhancements in graphical fidelity could significantly improve the game's appeal.

    • “Enhancing graphical fidelity could elevate the overall presentation of the game.”
    • “Artwork was very nice.”
    • “The artworks of the characters are beautiful.”
    • “As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
    • “While Chosen 2 offers solid gameplay, its visuals and graphics may not impress players accustomed to more polished and visually stunning titles.”
    • “Visuals: it looks like your typical RPG Maker game, but there are a few things that bugged me.”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, with many noting that a significant portion of gameplay involves repetitive encounters to level up and acquire limited gear. While some appreciate the challenge and the opportunity to farm for new powers, others express frustration over the lack of variety in equipment and the overall grind-heavy experience. Overall, the game is seen as difficult to progress in without substantial grinding.

    • “Its 60-90 minutes of grinding random encounters to be high enough level to survive a few rounds of boss attacks and then crack back after you put her to sleep.”
    • “Overall, extremely difficult to start without grinding, let alone finish.”
    • “It's nice to play something now and then that can be easily finished in an evening without a bunch of grinding and frustration.”
  • monetization7 mentions

    The game's monetization strategy heavily relies on in-game purchases for items and enhancements, which may alienate players seeking a more balanced approach. While the gameplay and storyline are engaging, the reliance on these purchases is seen as a drawback that could detract from the overall experience.

    • “The game delivers engaging gameplay mechanics and an immersive storyline, although it may suffer from technical issues and reliance on in-game purchases.”
    • “With some improvements in technical performance and monetization, it could offer an even more enjoyable gaming experience.”
    • “The game's reliance on in-game purchases for certain items or enhancements may deter some players who prefer a more balanced and fair monetization model.”
    • “The game's reliance on in-game purchases for certain items or enhancements may deter some players who prefer a more balanced and fair monetization model.”
    • “The game suffers from a reliance on in-game purchases.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its endearing cheesiness and a mix of genuinely funny moments, often delivered through corny and cliché dialogue. Players appreciate the lightheartedness, with some finding the humor in mistakes and quirky scenarios, such as attempts to bring back pets, making the experience enjoyable despite its simplicity. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with its narrative and gameplay elements.

    • “But honestly, it was just endearing enough in its cheesiness for me to want to know how the story ended. It continued being corny and cliché as hell but with some genuinely funny moments, so it's 60 cents well spent.”
    • “I know it's a mistake, but it was funny, as well as the part with trying to bring back pets.”
    • “The dialogue had more humor in this game while also adding some of the cheesiest dialogue I've heard in a while.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    Players have reported various technical issues, including bugs and optimization problems, that can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration. Enhancing the game's technical performance is seen as a key area for improvement to boost overall enjoyment.

    • “Improving technical performance could enhance overall enjoyment.”
    • “With some improvements in technical performance and monetization, it could offer an even more enjoyable gaming experience.”
    • “Many players suffer from technical issues, such as bugs, glitches, or optimization problems, which can disrupt the gaming experience and frustrate them.”
    • “The game could greatly benefit from improvements in technical performance to enhance the overall gaming experience.”
    • “Optimization problems significantly detract from the enjoyment of the game, making it feel unpolished and frustrating.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The stability of the game has been criticized for experiencing technical issues, including bugs and glitches, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to player frustration.

    • “Technical issues such as bugs and glitches can disrupt the gaming experience and frustrate players.”
    • “Players may suffer from technical issues, including bugs, glitches, or optimization problems, which significantly impact stability.”
    • “The game is plagued by various technical issues that hinder performance and overall enjoyment.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    While some users felt that the characters lacked emotional depth, leading to flat moments during significant events, the impact of the story's conclusion resonated deeply, eliciting strong emotional reactions such as tears.

    • “When it hit 'to be continued,' I cried for a long time.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting that it offers zero incentive to play again due to its simplicity and resemblance to a visual novel.

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Play time

16hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
2-20hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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